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HOTwax – hot shock – album review
Whilst Brighton is renowned for its vibrant music scene, nearby Hastings is usually associated with a quieter way of life. Alt rock trio HotWax however have been making some considerable noise over the past few years!
A steady slew of support slots and festival appearances has raised their profile but the consistency and impact of those shows combined their initial releases has created an increased attention on their outputs consistent with the definition of hype.
Their debut album is therefore a substantial occasion and one that the group has been stylishly able to navigate. Indeed, much like the record doesn’t take long to make its point, this review is able to jump straight to the fact that this is a fantastic opening gambit from a clearly talented band.
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‘She’s Got A Problem’ and ‘Wanna Be A Doll’ welcome you to their world with succinct abandon, before this collection proceeds to take you on a journey of twists and turns. There is a range of influences can be picked out of these songs, but you very much feel that this is a band trying to forge their own path rather than tread those placed before them.
90’s swagger, garage rock fuzz and punk attitude make this a thoroughly enjoyable album, which at ten songs and sub-thirty minutes simply flies by. Indie lovers, punks and rock fans will all feel home with this album and that’s where the charm here does lie.
There is an aura and tenacity exuding from the record which belies the youth of the band. That only serves to further the excitement that exhibits when you consider what this trio could be capable of. ‘Hot Shock’ is a great introduction from a band ready to smash any expectations and pre-conceptions that are placed in front of them.
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